How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$19–20/hr
Rensselaer, NY • 23 miles away

Sitter for mature 9&1/2 year old girl.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/28

8:00am - 6:00pm

Me and my daughter live alone.I have to go to work at 8:00am and will come back at 5:00pm.
just limit screen time.My daughtercan go to her friendshouse at our neighbor.Play togetherwith her at school playground
Pls arrive at 8:00am.

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$20–25/hr
Rensselaer, NY • 23 miles away

Two day sitter for elementary kiddos

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/04 - 06/05

3:30pm - 8:30am

We have four elementary kiddos and a menagerie of animals (they manage the animals). I have work travel and need two days of childcare.
Feed children, prevent fighting, bedtime, morning routine (food, teeth, clothes, bus)
East greenbush

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$19–23/hr
Kinderhook, NY • 7 miles away

7 year old with special needs

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Hello, we there are 4 of us in the house. Mom, dad, almost 3 and 7 with autism. My son is very sweet. Likes going for walks, watching movies, reading books. Looking for someone reliable and caring.

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$21–30/hr
Hudson, NY • 5 miles away

Occasional evening sitter for 10 month old.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have a 10 month old son Nikhil and are looking for a sitter to look after him on occasional evenings
We need a sitter to play with him, give him a bath, and put him to bed on nights we are out.
We are located in the heart of Hudson. Our schedule is flexible!

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$15–20/hr
East Greenbush, NY • 21 miles away

Monday-Friday Sitter for 2 Great Kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am

Please read the details and hours to make sure they work for you. We are a family of 3 with 2 cats. Needs to be comfortable with pets. Olivia is 11 years old and Emma is 6
I need someone to come when I leave for work, make sure the older one gets on the bus and the younger one gets on the bus.
I... More

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$10–12/hr
Rensselaer, NY • 23 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30am - 6:30am

We are a working couple that needs one kid to be watched. Child is 4 years old
We mostly just need the child to be watched between our shifts overlapping

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$20–26/hr
Austerlitz, NY • 13 miles away

Fun sitter for two young kids for 8 days...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We live with our two boys in NYC, but we love to spend as much time as we can at our place in Austerlitz.
We're looking for someone to watch our boys from 9am-5pm on these dates:
7/1 - 7/3
7/8 - 7/12

Time would mostly be spent playing with them around the house and in the yard. We'd... More

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$20–24/hr
Rensselaer, NY • 23 miles away

single dad - babysitting help

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi. I am looking for a thursday-saturday sitter on occasion. I live in North Greenbush. I have 2 boys, ages 7 and 5. It will be mostly afternoons and nights. A few times a month. Thanks!

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$14–25/hr
Valatie, NY • 10 miles away

Part time sitter for 2yr old and 6yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four. We love being outside, playing, creating, building legos, being silly. 2year old girl Abby and 6 year old boy Thomas. We would love someone to help us out 1 or 2 times a month.
Mom and dad are Sarah and Chris.

Playing with kiddos and light cleaning/straightening up... More

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$11–20/hr
Castleton on Hudson, NY • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Hi we have an infant named Jameson who will need childcare starting in August.

You will be responsible to take care of the infant which includes but not limited to feeding, burping, tummy time, washing bottles, etc.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday- 7:30-2:30
Thursday- 9:30-3:30

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$15–28/hr
Malden on Hudson, NY • 18 miles away

After-daycare help for a chatty and fun...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We’re parents of a communicative and easy going two year old, Miles. He spends the first part of his day at an outdoor daycare, but is often ready for more play time in the back yard when he gets home. When he’s not finding new ways to get dirty he loves to read books and build with his toys.... More

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$20–28/hr
Ghent, NY • Less than a mile

Regular Sitter for Happy 1yr Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of three plus two dogs who love to cook, be outside and travel.
We are looking for someone to care for our 1year old daughter 5 days a week. The schedule is somewhat flexible, which means we are looking for someone who can be flexible with their availability. We encourage going... More

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$15–23/hr
Albany, NY • 25 miles away

Nanny for Loveable & Active Infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We are a hard working family with two children and two dogs. We love going outside, walking to the park, reading books, and exploring the world around us.
I am looking for care for my infant son and the occasional care for my toddler daughter. I am need of someone to promote his development &... More

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$10–49/hr
Salisbury, CT • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for wedding weekend

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/31

7:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter to watch my niece (18 months) for my rehearsal dinner and wedding night (Friday May 31st and June 1).

Will need to watch toddler for a few hours once she’s already asleep.

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